Be fit when you travel! TURN THE TABLES

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You can also plan your vacation around fitness. Go hiking in Vermont, surfing in Costa Rica or white water rafting on the Colarado River — there’s something for everyone!

JMake notes to self Ponder over the hard work you have already put in and ask yourself if your vacation means a fitter you. Though you are not expected to replicate your usual fitness routine when on vacation, steer clear of unhealthy foods and habits to at least maintain current fitness levels.

Portable health, anyone? Travel need not get into the way of your fitness goals, if you plan and adhere to fitness rules strictly. Whether it’s healthy snacks, workout clothes or even those much- needed trainers — they all deserve a space in your baggage as much as other holiday essentials. Healthy snacks like nuts, protein bars and grain bars will keep you away from binging, while the fitness gear will motivate you into a run at the very least, if not a lot of exercise.

Make fitness a Part of your travel itinerary Almost every hotel has basic gym equipment nowadays, leaving very less scope for excuses. If you want to give the air- conditioned gym environment a miss, just lace up and explore your holiday destination over a jog, run or hike. Whether it is beach shores, jungle trails or just running on the streets of quaint tourist spots, your travel plans is sure